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AVMA responds to HSUS criticism (click here)
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Are pet stores and breeders the only ones responsible for unwanted dogs in the state??
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What to do when activists want to pass a law in your area...
(from pet- law.com)
Almost none of us really want to be involved in lawmaking. We just want
to be left alone to enjoy our pets. It can be a real shock to the system to discover that you and your fellow breeders, rescuers,
owners of (name your animal) are suddenly in the crosshairs for a nasty bill or proposed ordinance. What to do? Don't panic and do assume you can
win. The animal rightists are a small minority; if you mobilize the majority and do the right things, even if some
of them don't work, you will probably win. This
is the "Reader's Digest" version, but it's the condensed book section. In other words, it's long. The
information here comes from our involvement (usually as bit players) in maybe a dozen of these fights. The wording is geared
to dog laws because that's what we know best, but it can be applied to any pet laws. 1. Spread the word 2. Contact state federations and associations 3. Notify national clubs 4. Find or start a state 'pet-law' list 5. Look everywhere for allies 6. Do not compromise or negotiate 7. Contact lawmakers 8. Get tough and hang in there Finally, don't expect rockets and national
newspaper interviews when you win. Most commonly, bad animal laws die very quietly, either withdrawn by the sponsor because
of a lack of votes or 'passed by indefinitely' by a key committee. Unfortunately, most state bills you beat this year, will be back in the next session of the
assembly. But you won't be a beginner then, and you'll be better able to beat them than you were this time. If you're
too tired to lead again next year, serve in an advisory capacity. But don't quit on us...we need you and, yes, the animals
need you.
The problems of puppy mills, puppy brokers and irresponsible breeders are receiving more media coverage. The public is
becoming more educated on the importance of buying a puppy/dog from ethical, responsible breeders in order to avoid both the
physical and psychological problems associated with dogs from poor sources. Everyone selling puppies proclaims himself or
herself to be a responsible breeder, even those selling puppies from puppy mills! It is up to the buyer
to determine whether or not someone trying to sell them a puppy is a responsible breeder.
"It does not require a
majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people's minds" --
Samuel Adams, patriot, politician
Monthly National Legislation Report ....... (click here)
U.S. shelter killing toll drops to 3.7 million dogs & cats
The Midwest has made the most impressive recent
gains, almost catching up to the West Coast in reduction of dog and
cat overpopulation through high-volume low-cost sterilization.
20/20 Report documentary " Cruelty to Owners" please watch both parts.(click here)
The Mission of the MRAOA is to serve as a leading voice for individuals and organizations
that respect the importance of maintaining and strengthening the human-animal bond by working to safegaurd the rights of responsible
animal owners. MRAOA unites the interests of pet owners, trainers, veterinarians, breeders, and service animal owners dedicated
to the welfare of all species. To
accomplish this mission MRAOA will --- Serve as an educational resource for the public, groups and individuals
dedicated to responsible animal ownership and care. --- Serve as a resourse of factual verifiable data concerning
animal welfare issues for the public, lawmakers, news media and classroom teachers. --- Work to enact
reasonable laws that target irresponsible and inhumane owners while safeguarding responsible animal owners. --- Urge
the passage of strong laws that target vandalism, harassment, arson and all domestic terrorism done in the name of animal
rights. Email The Minnesota Responsible Animal Owners Alliance at:
mraoa@minncdc.org
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rescue, Mn House, Mn Senate, sportsmen, retrievers, sled dog,
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